Upcoming Events

Children ages 2-8 and their caregivers are invited for Wednesday morning free-play time, with an assortment of toys and props to inspire the young imagination! Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 11:30am.

The Sarasota Music Archive presents the John Goodman Performance and Lecture Series:

Do you need access to a sewing machine for practice? Or do you need help with a sewing or mending project? This is an open lab for adults with sewing machine experience. 

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free assistance for federal returns at Elsie Quirk Library.

Come and get assistance from knowledgeable volunteers

Bring your questions!

REGISTER AT THE INFORMATION DESK AT THE VENICE LIBRARY.

The Health in Motion Bus offers free and low-cost public health services. A registered nurse is available at all visits. Individuals who need follow-up medical care are referred to a primary health care provider. No appointment needed.

Join us at the North Port Library for storytime!  Songs, crafts and stories guaranteed! 

Selby Library dates of Tax Preparation: February 2nd - April 15th. Located on the 2nd floor.

Days and Hours of Operation: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays - 2-5pm. Saturdays 11am-2pm.

Self-care and maintenance will be enhanced through meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques.

Get tips on healthy eating and meal ideas during the Food Smarts program presented by All Faiths Food Bank! Each class will include a brief nutrition lesson, a fun activity, and a cooking dem

Join Tarah Hart from Venice Theatre as we bring works of art to life! Participants will use their actor's tools of body, voice, mind and imagination to become famous works of art AND even create some of their own masterpieces.

Join Bohdana Puzyk, from the Ukrainian National Women's League of America for a demonstration of the traditional Ukrainian art of egg dying, called Pysanky.

Spring into style and DIY your own t-shirt design!

Use crafting supplies to draw your own wearable designs.

Hang out as you please and play a variety of board games, video games, and card games with your friends! All games will be provided. Ages 11-18 only.

Join other fiber arts enthusiasts on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Selby Rotunda. Bring your crochet, spinning, knitting, or any needle work you enjoy. Note: there is two hour parking.

Free Archaeology Lecture presented by the Time Sifters Archaeology Society: "The Military Order of the Crusades: Knights Templar, Knights Hospitaller, &am

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGO® bricks, you provide the imagination.

Come and socialize with fellow knitting, crocheting and sewing enthusiasts! All levels welcome. Bring your current project to work on.

Stumped by technology? Your technology questions can be answered through an in-person appointment with one of our Tech Navigators. Tech Navigators are library staff members ready to assist you with technology skills.

Discussion group

Tax help by appointment.

Early literacy begins in infanthood - join Miss Taylor for a storytime specifically dedicated to babies ages 0-24 months.